B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

Änderungen

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

Änderungen spiegeln die sich entwickelnden öffentlichen Bedürfnisse wider.

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

ironisch

Meaning

expressing irony; having the nature of irony

Example

Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.

Ihr ironischer Ton machte alle unwohl.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

unbedeutend

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

Die Kosten waren so unbedeutend, dass niemand sie bemerkte.

B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

instrumentell

Meaning

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Example

Children can be instrumental in building a better society.

Kinder können bei der Schaffung einer besseren Gesellschaft eine wichtige Rolle spielen.

B2 verb /saɪ/

sigh

seufzen

Meaning

to let out a long, deep breath as an expression of tiredness, relief, or sadness

Example

She sighed with relief when she heard the good news.

Sie seufzte vor Erleichterung, als sie die guten Nachrichten hörte.

B2 noun /kənˈdenst mɪlk/

Condensed milk

Kondensmilch

Meaning

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

Example

The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy.

Das Rezept verlangt nach einer Dose Kondensmilch, um das Dessert besonders cremig zu machen.

B2 verb /ˈɡæmbəl/

gamble

glücksspiel

Meaning

to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

Example

He decided to gamble his savings on the stock market.

Er entschloss sich, seine Ersparnisse auf dem Aktienmarkt zu riskieren.

B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

Biokraftstoff

Meaning

A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.

Example

Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.

Biokraftstoffe verringern die Abhängigkeit von herkömmlichen Energiequellen.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

fesselnd

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

Sie hielt eine fesselnde Rede über den Klimawandel.

B2 noun /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

prototype

Prototyp

Meaning

The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.

Example

The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production.

Das Unternehmen baute einen Prototyp des neuen Smartphones vor der Massenproduktion.

B2 noun, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

Angriff

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

Er wurde nach dem Kampf wegen Angriff angeklagt.

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

kontinuierlich; ununterbrochen; fortlaufend

Meaning

without interruption; in an unbroken sequence

Example

The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.

Die Maschine läuft kontinuierlich 24 Stunden.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

chord

Akkord

Meaning

A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.

Example

She strummed a simple chord on the guitar.

Sie zupfte einen einfachen Akkord auf der Gitarre.

B2 verb /saɪt/

cite

zitieren

Meaning

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

Example

The lawyer cites relevant case law.

Der Anwalt zitiert relevante Rechtsprechung.

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

intensivieren

Meaning

To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.

Example

The storm is expected to intensify overnight.

Der Sturm wird voraussichtlich über Nacht intensiver werden.

B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

Durchhaltevermögen

Meaning

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success

Example

His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.

Sein Durchhaltevermögen half ihm, seine Träume zu verwirklichen.

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

Leiche

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

Die Polizei entdeckte eine Leiche im verlassenen Haus.

B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

differenzieren

Meaning

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

Example

It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.

Es ist wichtig, zwischen Fakten und Meinungen zu differenzieren.

B2 verb /straɪv/

strive

streben

Meaning

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.

Example

She strives to be the best student in her class.

Sie strebt danach, die beste Schülerin in ihrer Klasse zu sein.

B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

Kohlenhydrate

Meaning

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

Example

Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.

Vollkornprodukte sind eine großartige Quelle für gesunde Kohlenhydrate.

B2 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

verantwortlich

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

Verantwortlich bleiben hilft, Verzögerungen zu reduzieren.

B2 noun ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

temporary settlements

vorübergehende Siedlungen

Meaning

Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.

Example

Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration.

Vorübergehende Siedlungen werden die Mondexploration unterstützen.

B2 adverb /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəli/

fundamentally

grundsätzlich

Meaning

in a basic and important way; at the core

Example

The two theories are fundamentally different.

Die beiden Theorien sind grundsätzlich unterschiedlich.

B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

intensiv wünschen, begehren

Meaning

to have a strong desire for something

Example

She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.

Sie sehnt sich nach Abenteuer und reist oft an abgelegene Orte.

B2 noun /rɪb/

Rib

Rippe

Meaning

one of the curved bones that protect the chest and lungs

Example

He broke his rib in the accident.

Er brach sich eine Rippe im Unfall.

B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

rechtfertigen

Meaning

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

Example

He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.

Er versuchte, seine Entscheidung mit logischen Gründen zu rechtfertigen.

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

mit den Schultern zucken

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

Er zuckte mit den Schultern, als man ihn nach der fehlenden Datei fragte.

B2 adjective /ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/

Waking

wach; bewusst

Meaning

awake and conscious; relating to the time when one is awake

Example

She spent her waking hours studying for the exam.

Sie verbrachte ihre wachen Stunden mit dem Lernen für die Prüfung.

B2 noun/verb /dræft/

draft

Entwurf

Meaning

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

Example

She finished the first draft of her novel.

Sie hat den ersten Entwurf ihres Romans fertiggestellt.

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ/

Widow

Witwe

Meaning

a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again

Example

The widow received support from her family and community.

Die Witwe erhielt Unterstützung von ihrer Familie und Gemeinschaft.

B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

erschüttern, betäuben

Meaning

to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed

Example

The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.

Die Nachricht von ihrem plötzlichen Rücktritt hat alle erschüttert.

B2 verb /ˈbænɪʃ/

banish

verbannt

Meaning

to send someone away from a place as punishment; to get rid of

Example

The king banished the traitor from the kingdom.

Der König verbannte den Verräter aus dem Königreich.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

ausdrücklich

Meaning

in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt

Example

The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.

Die Anweisungen wurden ausdrücklich geschrieben, um Verwirrung zu vermeiden.

B2 noun /buˈkeɪ/

Bouquet

Blumenstrauß

Meaning

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

Example

The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses down the aisle.

Die Braut trug einen wunderschönen Blumenstrauß mit weißen Rosen den Gang entlang.

B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

durchzogen

Meaning

Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.

Example

The country was ridden with corruption.

Das Land war durchzogen von Korruption.

B2 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

Cybersicherheit

Meaning

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

Example

Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.

Cybersicherheit sorgt für sichere digitale Abläufe.

B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

verlängert

Meaning

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.

Example

Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.

Moderne Medizin hat die Lebenserwartung verlängert.

B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

heiraten

Meaning

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

Example

They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.

Sie beschlossen, in einer kleinen Zeremonie am Strand zu heiraten.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

Schnur

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

Er band das Paket mit einer starken Schnur.

B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

Panne

Meaning

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

Example

I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.

Ich musste einen Platten in meinem Fahrradreifen heute Morgen reparieren.

B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

provozieren

Meaning

To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.

Example

His words provoked a heated argument.

Seine Worte provozierten eine hitzige Diskussion.

B2 adjective /fræŋk/

Frank

ehrlich; offen; direkt; aufrichtig

Meaning

honest; open; straightforward; candid

Example

She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.

Sie gab mir eine frank Meinung über meine Präsentation.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈraɪp/

Unripe

unreif

Meaning

not fully developed or matured; not ready to be eaten

Example

The unripe bananas will turn yellow in a few days.

Die unreifen Bananen werden in ein paar Tagen gelb.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

destruktiv

Meaning

causing damage; harmful

Example

The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.

Der Hurrikan war für die Küstengebiete sehr destruktiv.

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

unhöflich

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

Er sprach unhöflich mit dem Kellner trotz des guten Services.

B2 noun /ˈfriːˌlænsər/

freelancer

Freiberufler

Meaning

A person who works independently without being permanently employed by one organization.

Example

She works as a freelancer designing websites for different clients.

Sie arbeitet als Freelancerin und entwirft Websites für verschiedene Kunden.

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.meɪd/

Mermaid

Meerjungfrau

Meaning

A mythical sea creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish

Example

The little girl loved stories about mermaids living under the sea.

Das kleine Mädchen liebte Geschichten über Meerjungfrauen, die unter dem Meer lebten.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

Glück

Meaning

a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it

Example

The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.

Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.

B2 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

andeuten

Meaning

To suggest something without directly stating it.

Example

Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.

Ihr Ton schien zu implizieren, dass sie verärgert war.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

Inefficient

ineffizient

Meaning

not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful of time or resources

Example

The old computer system was inefficient and wasted a lot of time.

Das alte Computersystem war ineffizient und verschwendete viel Zeit.

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

Bergmann

Meaning

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources

Example

The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.

Der Bergmann arbeitete viele Jahre in der Kohlenmine.

B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

diskret

Meaning

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

Example

She was discreet about the details of their conversation.

Sie war diskret über die Details ihres Gesprächs.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈsaɪkɪk/

psychic

psychisch

Meaning

relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities

Example

The psychic claimed she could predict the future.

Die Hellseherin behauptete, sie könne die Zukunft vorhersagen.

B2 noun /əˈsʌmpʃən/

Assumption

Annahme

Meaning

a thing that is accepted as true without proof; a supposition

Example

His assumption about the weather proved to be wrong.

Seine Annahme über das Wetter stellte sich als falsch heraus.

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

beruhigen

Meaning

to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears

Example

The teacher reassured the students before the exam.

Der Lehrer beruhigte die Schüler vor der Prüfung.

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

Gnade

Meaning

Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish

Example

The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.

Der Richter zeigte Gnade und gab ihm ein milderes Urteil.

B2 noun, verb /ˈhɑːrbər/

harbor

Hafen / beherbergen

Meaning

noun: a place on the coast where ships may find shelter; verb: to keep (a thought or feeling, often negative) in one's mind

Example

He continued to harbor resentment towards his former boss.

Er hegte weiterhin Ressentiments gegenüber seinem früheren Chef.

B2 verb ˈmɪnɪmaɪz

minimize

minimieren

Meaning

Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.

Example

Efforts should be made to minimize plastic usage.

Es sollten Anstrengungen unternommen werden, um den Plastikverbrauch zu minimieren.

B2 verb /ˈhʌvər/

hover

in der Luft an einem Ort schweben, ohne sich vorwärts oder rückwärts zu bewegen

Meaning

to remain in the air in one place without moving forward or backward

Example

The helicopter hovered over the city.

Der Hubschrauber schwebte über der Stadt.

B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Beute

Meaning

an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on

Example

Lions prey on zebras in the wild.

Löwen jagen Zebras in der Wildnis.

B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

Prospekt

Meaning

a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject

Example

The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.

Die Gesundheitsabteilung verteilte ein Prospekt über Ernährung.

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/

fortunate

glücklich

Meaning

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

Example

She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries.

Sie hatte Glück, den Unfall ohne Verletzungen zu überstehen.

B2 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

anonym; ohne Namen

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

Der Autor veröffentlichte das Buch unter einem anonymen Pseudonym.

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

defizit; mangel

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

Die Regierung hatte aufgrund der gestiegenen Ausgaben ein Haushaltsdefizit in Millionenhöhe.

B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

saisonal

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

Viele Unternehmen stellen saisonale Arbeiter während der Ferien ein.

B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

negative Auswirkungen

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

Die Nutzung von Plastik hat negative Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt.

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

B2 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

sich spezialisieren

Meaning

to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it

Example

He decided to specialize in cardiology.

Er entschied sich, sich auf Kardiologie zu spezialisieren.

B2 noun wɜːrld ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ saɪt

World Heritage Site

Weltkulturerbe-Stätte

Meaning

A landmark or area selected by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance.

Example

Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Die Sundarbans sind eine UNESCO-Weltkulturerbestätte.

B2 adjective /dɪˈtætʃt/

detached

abgetrennt, unbeteiligt

Meaning

separate or disconnected; showing a lack of emotional involvement

Example

He lived in a detached house away from the city.

Er lebte in einem abgetrennten Haus, weit weg von der Stadt.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

ausschließlich

Meaning

only; not shared with others

Example

This service is available exclusively to premium members.

Dieser Service ist ausschließlich für Premium-Mitglieder verfügbar.

B2 noun /fɪɡ/

Fig

feige

Meaning

a soft sweet fruit that is purple or green on the outside and has many small seeds

Example

The fig tree in our backyard produces delicious fruits every summer.

Der Feigenbaum in unserem Garten produziert jeden Sommer köstliche Früchte.

B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

verletzlich

Meaning

susceptible to physical or emotional harm

Example

Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.

Kinder sind in Krisenzeiten oft die verletzlichsten.

B2 noun ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən

consultation

Beratung

Meaning

The action of consulting or discussing; a meeting with an expert or professional to seek advice.

Example

Consultation was essential.

Die Beratung war wesentlich.

B2 verb /ˈvɒmɪt/

vomit

erbrechen

Meaning

to bring up food from the stomach through the mouth; to be sick

Example

The patient began to vomit after taking the medication.

Der Patient begann zu erbrechen, nachdem er das Medikament eingenommen hatte.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

Seine Unhöflichkeit gegenüber den Gästen schockierte alle.

B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

glaubwürdig

Meaning

able to be believed; convincing

Example

Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.

Ihre Erklärung war glaubwürdig genug, um den Ausschuss zu überzeugen.

B2 noun /spaɪs/

spice

Gewürz

Meaning

a substance used to add flavor to food

Example

She added a pinch of spice to the curry for extra flavor.

Sie fügte dem Curry eine Prise Gewürz hinzu, um mehr Geschmack zu geben.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

gesellig; freundlich; extrovertiert

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

Sie ist sehr gesellig und findet leicht Freunde.

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθˌwaɪl/

worthwhile

wertvoll

Meaning

worth the time, effort, or money spent; valuable

Example

Volunteering at the shelter was a worthwhile experience.

Freiwilligenarbeit im Unterschlupf war eine wertvolle Erfahrung.

B2 adjective ˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

logical

logisch

Meaning

Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument.

Example

Logical circuits ensure effective computation.

Logische Schaltkreise gewährleisten eine effektive Berechnung.

B2 verb /ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/

specify

spezifizieren

Meaning

to state or describe something clearly and exactly

Example

Please specify the time and place of the meeting.

Bitte geben Sie die Zeit und den Ort des Treffens an.

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

globale Bewusstseinsbildung

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

Globale Bewusstseinsbildung über den Klimawandel ist entscheidend für politische Veränderungen.

B2 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Violation

Verletzung; Verstoß gegen Regeln

Meaning

the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement

Example

The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.

Das Unternehmen wurde mit einer Geldstrafe belegt, weil es die Umweltvorschriften verletzt hatte.

B2 verb /mɔːrn/

mourn

trauern

Meaning

To feel or express deep sadness or grief, especially because of someone's death.

Example

They gathered to mourn the loss of their friend.

Sie versammelten sich, um den Verlust ihres Freundes zu betrauern.

B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten

Meaning

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.

B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

verachten

Meaning

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Example

She despises dishonesty in all its forms.

Sie verachtet Unehrlichkeit in allen Formen.

B2 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

Waren

Meaning

Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.

Example

The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.

Die Preise von Waren wie Öl und Gold schwanken häufig.

B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

verhungern

Meaning

to suffer or die from lack of food

Example

He was left to starve in the desert.

Er wurde in der Wüste zurückgelassen, um zu verhungern.

B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

Holz

Meaning

wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

Example

The house was built entirely from local timber.

Das Haus wurde vollständig aus lokalem Holz gebaut.

B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

sensationell; beeindruckend; überwältigend

Meaning

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

Example

The sensational performance left the audience speechless.

Die sensationelle Leistung hat das Publikum sprachlos gemacht.

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

Gerücht; Klatsch; Nachricht

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip

Example

There's a rumour that the company will close next month.

Es gibt ein Gerücht, dass das Unternehmen nächsten Monat schließen wird.

B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

behaupten

Meaning

to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims

Example

She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.

sie entschloss sich, ihre Autorität in der Sitzung durchzusetzen.

B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

Eigenschaft

Meaning

a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature

Example

Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.

Geduld ist eine wichtige Eigenschaft für jeden, der mit Kindern arbeitet.

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

verschlimmern

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

Das Kratzen des Ausschlags wird den Zustand nur verschlimmern.

B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

Emitieren

Meaning

to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas

Example

The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.

Die Fabrik emittiert Rauch in die Atmosphäre.

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

Fürsprache

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

Ihre Fürsprache für Kinderrechte verschaffte ihr internationale Anerkennung.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

loben

Meaning

to praise formally or officially

Example

The teacher commended the students for their hard work.

Der Lehrer lobte die Schüler für ihre harte Arbeit.

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

unangenehm

Meaning

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Example

The weather was cold and disagreeable.

Das Wetter war kalt und unangenehm.

B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

selbstdisziplin

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.

Example

Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.

Selbstdisziplin ist entscheidend für den langfristigen Erfolg.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

günstig

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren günstig für die Veranstaltung im Freien.

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

Steuerzahler

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

Das Geld der Steuerzahler wird verwendet, um öffentliche Dienstleistungen zu finanzieren.

B2 noun /rɪˈzembləns/

Resemblance

Ähnlichkeit

Meaning

the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character

Example

There's a strong resemblance between the two sisters.

Es gibt eine starke Ähnlichkeit zwischen den beiden Schwestern.

B2 adjective /ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪd/

unified

vereinigt

Meaning

Made into a whole or joined together.

Example

A unified approach fosters better outcomes.

Ein vereinter Ansatz fördert bessere Ergebnisse.

B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

einschränkung; begrenzung; kontrolle

Meaning

a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something

Example

There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.

Es gibt strenge Einschränkungen beim Rauchen in öffentlichen Bereichen.

B2 noun /ˈdʒoʊ.kər/

Joker

eine Spielkarte mit einem Bild eines Hofnarren, die als Jokerkarte verwendet wird; eine Person, die gerne Witze macht

Meaning

a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking

Example

He used the joker card to complete his winning hand in the poker game.

Er benutzte die Jokerkarte, um seine gewinnende Hand im Pokerspiel zu vervollständigen.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

vertraulich; privat; dazu bestimmt, geheim gehalten zu werden

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

Bitte halten Sie diese Informationen vertraulich.

B2 verb /roʊm/

roam

umherstreifen

Meaning

to walk or travel without a specific destination; to wander

Example

Wild animals roam freely in the forest.

Wilde Tiere streifen frei im Wald umher.

B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

besitzen / haben

Meaning

To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.

Example

She possesses great talent in music.

Sie besitzt großes Talent in der Musik.

B2 adjective /ˈlɒŋ ˈstændɪŋ/

long-standing

langandauernd

Meaning

having existed or continued for a long period of time

Example

They have a long-standing relationship with their suppliers.

Sie haben eine langandauernde Beziehung zu ihren Lieferanten.

B2 noun /ˈboʊlər/

bowler

Bowler

Meaning

a person who delivers the ball in cricket; also a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown

Example

The bowler took three wickets in the first over.

Der Bowler nahm drei Wickets im ersten Over.

B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

lebensfähig, praktikabel

Meaning

Capable of working successfully; feasible.

Example

A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.

Eine lebensfähige Lösung ist für den langfristigen Erfolg notwendig.

B2 adjective /ˈduː.əl/

Dual

doppelt

Meaning

having two parts or consisting of two elements; double

Example

She has dual citizenship of both countries.

Sie hat die doppelte Staatsbürgerschaft beider Länder.

B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

pflanzlich

Meaning

Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example

Herbal remedies were widely used here.

Hier wurden Kräuterheilmittel weit verbreitet verwendet.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/

unlimited

unbegrenzt

Meaning

without any limits or restrictions

Example

The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month.

Der Internetplan bietet unbegrenzte Daten für den gesamten Monat.